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Cranberry-Raisin Bran Bars Recipe

Cranberry-Raisin Bran Bars has a average-calorie, average-carb, low-fat and average-protein content.

The food contains 31.2g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is low in complex carbs and high in Simple carbs. Carbs are our primary source of energy but its source should be chosen with utmost care. Complex carbs are a more desirable addition to your diet, where as simple carbs should be consumed in moderation as it is very easily broken down, assimilated and absorbed in the body. Its sugar content is among the bottom 20 percentile. This is for people watching their sugar intake. With 3.4 gms of protein, it is average in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

However, the low fat content makes it suitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan. It's low MUFA and low PUFA. In terms of Polyunsaturated Fat content it is ranked in the bottom 20% of all food items. It is also ranked in the bottom 20 percentile in terms of its Monounsaturated Fat content, which are considered among "good fats".

It has an average density of Sodium, thus making it suitable for a low-sodium diet. It is also average in Magnesium, an essential micronutrient that regulates functioning of muscles and nerves and heart beat.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Cranberry-Raisin Bran Bars has been given a composite ranking of 69, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein9%
 Calories from Fat10%
 Calories from Carbs81%

Why this is good for you

  • Very low in Cholesterol
  • Very low in Saturated Fat

Why this is bad for you

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A310 IU6.2%
Vitamin C3.2 mg5.4%
Vitamin D16.8 IU4.2%
Vitamin E0 mg
Thiamin0.16 mg10.4%
Riboflavin0.18 mg10.4%
Niacin2.1 mg10.4%
Vitamin B60.21 mg10.4%
Folate44.8 mcg11.2%
Vitamin B120 mcg
Pantothenic Acid0 mg

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium65 mg6.5%
Iron2 mg11.1%
Magnesium24.8 mg6.2%
Phosphorus62 mg6.2%
Potassium220.3 mg6.3%
Sodium142.4 mg5.9%
Zinc0.63 mg4.2%
Copper0.08 mg4.2%
Manganese0 mg
Selenium0 mcg

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate31.2 g10.4%
Dietary Fiber3 g12%
Sugars21.2 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein3.4 g6.8%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat1.7 g2.6%
Saturated Fat0.1 g0.5%
Monounsaturated Fat0.8 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0.3 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 154 Calories from Fat 0

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 1.7 g 2.6%

Saturated Fat 0.1 g 0.5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 2.1 mg 0.7%

Sodium 142.4 mg 5.9%

Total Carbohydrates 31.2 g 10.4%

Dietary Fiber 3 g12%

Sugars 21.2 g

Protein 3.4 g 6.8%

Vitamin A 6.2% Vitamin C 5.4%

Calcium 6.5% Iron 11.1%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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